Recently graduated PTA. 10 years serving as active duty engineer and 2 years in the US Navy Reserves. Motivated to shift careers and eager to broaden work experience and make a difference in patients' rehabilitation process.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Machinist
US Navy Reserves
Orlando, FL
05.2022 - Current
Contract obligation is 1 Saturday and Sunday per month. Additional 2 weeks of Active Duty throughout the year in Jacksonville, FL.
Set up and operated various machine tools to produce precision parts and instruments.
Performed routine maintenance on machinery, including lubrication, cleaning.
Student Physical Therapist Assistant
Spring Lake Rehabilitation Center
Winter Haven, FL
10.2023 - 12.2023
Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for patients.
Performed gait training and balance activities with patients as part of their rehabilitation program.
Instructed patients on proper use of assistive devices such as crutches, canes, walkers, wheelchairs.
Developed educational materials related to physical therapy topics for students and staff members.
Communicated effectively with patients to ensure they understand their treatment plan and follow through with it.
Maintained positive interaction with facilities and clients, enhancing client relations.
Worked with physical therapist and other disciplines to provide adaptive equipment for improving patient function.
Student Physical Therapist Assistant
Watson Clinic Center for Rehabilitative Center
Lakeland, FL
08.2023 - 10.2023
Performed gait training and balance activities with patients as part of their rehabilitation program.
Instructed patients on proper use of assistive devices such as crutches, canes, walkers, wheelchairs.
Monitored vital signs such as pulse rate and blood pressure during treatments.
Observed patient performance in order to provide feedback to the physical therapist regarding progress towards goals.
Communicated effectively with patients to ensure they understand their treatment plan and follow through with it.
Treated patients to relieve pain, develop or restore function and maintain maximum performance.
Maintained positive interaction with facilities and clients, enhancing client relations.
Designed home exercise programs to support continuation of therapeutic plan.
Administered simple range of motion exercises.
Contributed to patient care plan development and monitoring in outpatient setting.
Described therapeutic regimens to promote wellness and health maintenance.
Recruiter
US Navy
Kissimmee, FL
02.2016 - 05.2022
Sourced and screened potential candidates for open positions.
Conducted in-depth interviews with top candidates to assess skills and fit.
Organized recruitment activities such as career fairs, campus visits.
Built relationships with universities, colleges, alumni associations.
Assisted in onboarding of new hires by providing orientation materials and training sessions.
Worked with senior leadership to develop comprehensive recruitment strategies for long-term implementation.
Trained and mentored newer recruiters in successful strategies for interviewing and qualifying candidates.
Education
Associate of Science - Physical Therapy Assistant
Keiser University
Lakeland, FL
01-2024
Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences
Trident University International
Cypress, CA
08-2022
Associate of Science - Professional Studies
Trident University International
Cypress, CA
06-2019
High School Diploma -
Kathleen Senior High School
Lakeland, FL
05-2011
Skills
PTA License Number: 33360
BLS Certified
Bilingual (English/Spanish)
Affiliations
Carmen DeJesus, PTA. Cidejesus@hotmal.com 206-852-2334